Nigeria Imposes Curfew Amid Nationwide Protests Over Soaring Cost of Living and Fuel Prices

Nigerian troops and police have increased security measures in Lagos and Abuja in anticipation of ongoing nationwide protests, which are expected to last for 10 days. The protests are a response to Nigeria's struggling economy, characterized by soaring inflation and a devalued naira currency. Demonstrations have taken place in multiple cities, including Kano, where protesters stormed and looted a Digital Innovation Park. A curfew has been imposed in Kano, and police have used live bullets and tear gas to disperse crowds, resulting in four wounded individuals. The protests are part of a larger wave of unrest spreading across Africa, with similar demonstrations occurring in Kenya, Uganda, and Ghana.